Optoma HD161X, HD50 User Guide

Table of contents ................................................................ 1

Usage Notice ...................................................................... 3

Safety Information ...................................................................3

Precautions ..............................................................................5

Eye Safety Warnings ...............................................................7

Introduction ......................................................................... 8

Package Overview ...................................................................8

Standard Accessories .................................................................. 8

Optional Accessories ................................................................... 8

Product Overview ....................................................................9

Main Unit ...................................................................................... 9

Connection Ports........................................................................10

Remote Control .......................................................................... 11

Installation ......................................................................... 12

Connecting the Projector .......................................................12

Connect to Notebook ................................................................. 12

Connect to Video Sources ......................................................... 13

Powering On/O󰘯 the Projector ...............................................14

Powering On the Projector ......................................................... 14

Powering O󰘯 the Projector ......................................................... 15

Warning Indicator ....................................................................... 15

Adjusting the Projected Image ...............................................16

Adjusting the Projector’s Height ................................................. 16

Adjusting the vertical image position .......................................... 16

Adjusting Projection Image Size (1080p) ................................... 17

User Controls .................................................................... 18

Remote Control .....................................................................18

On-screen Display Menus .....................................................20

How to operate ...........................................................................20

Menu Tree .............................................................................21

Image ......................................................................................... 25

Image | Advanced ...................................................................... 27

Image | Advanced | PureEngine ................................................ 29

Image | Advanced | Color Settings ............................................. 30

Display .......................................................................................32

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Table of contents

Display | 3D ................................................................................ 38

Appendices ....................................................................... 52

Troubleshooting .....................................................................52

Image ......................................................................................... 52

Other Projector LED Status Indicator Remote Control

Replacing the Lamp ...............................................................56

Compatibility Modes

Video Compatibility .................................................................... 59

Video Timing Detail Describe Computer Compatibility - VESA standards Input Signal for HDMI/DVI-D

True 3D Video Compatibility table..............................................62

RS232 Commands and Protocol Function List ......................63

RS232 Pin Assignments (projector side) ................................... 63

RS232 Protocol Function List.....................................................64

Trademarks ...........................................................................80

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Regulation & Safety Notices

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Usage Notice

Safety Information

The lightning 󰘱ash with arrow head within an

equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of

su󰘲cient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric

shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR

ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DANGEROUS HIGH VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT INSIDE THE ENCLOSURE. DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.

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Class B emissions limits

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

Important Safety Instruction

1. Do not block any ventilation openings. To ensure reliable operation of the projector and to protect from over heating, it is recommended to install the projector in a location that does not block ventilation. As an example, do not place the

projector on a crowded co󰘯ee table, sofa, bed, etc. Do not

put the projector in an enclosure such as a book case or a

cabinet that restricts air 󰘱ow.

2. Do not use the projector near water or moisture. To reduce

the risk of 󰘰re and/or electric shock, do not expose the

projector to rain or moisture.

3. Do not install near heat sources such as radiators, heaters,

stoves or any other apparatus such as ampli󰘰ers that emits

heat.

4. Clean only with dry cloth.

Usage Notice

5. Only use attachments/accessories speci󰘰ed by the manufacturer.

6. Do not use the unit if it has been physically damaged or abused. Physical damage/abuse would be (but not limited to):

▀■ Unit has been dropped. ▀■ Power supply cord or plug has been damaged. ▀■ Liquid has been spilled on to the projector. ▀■ Projector has been exposed to rain or moisture. ▀■ Something has fallen in the projector or something is

loose inside. Do not attempt to service the unit yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other hazards. Please call Optoma before you send the unit for repair.

7. Do not let objects or liquids enter the projector. They may touch dangerous voltage points and short out parts that

could result in 󰘰re or electric shock.

8. See projector enclosure for safety related markings.

9. The unit should only be repaired by appropriate service personnel.

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When the lamp reaches the end of its life, the projector will not turn back on until

the lamp module

has been replaced. To replace the lamp, follow the procedures listed under "Replacing the Lamp" section on page 56.

Usage Notice

Precautions

Please follow all warnings, precautions and maintenance as recommended in this user’s guide.

▀■ Warning- Do not look into the projector's lens when

the lamp is on. The bright light may hurt your eyes.

▀■ Warning- To reduce the risk of 󰘰re or electric shock, do

not expose this projector to rain or moisture.

▀■ Warning- Please do not open or disassemble the

projector as this may cause electric shock.

▀■ Warning- When replacing the lamp, please allow the

unit to cool down. Follow instructions as described on page 56.

▀■ Warning- This projector will detect the life of the lamp

itself. Please be sure to change the lamp when it shows warning messages.

▀■ Warning- Reset the "Lamp Reset" function from the

on-screen display "System|Lamp Setting" menu after replacing the lamp module (refer to pages 42-43).

▀■ Warning- When switching the projector o󰘯, please

ensure the cooling cycle has been completed before disconnecting power. Allow 90 seconds for the projector to cool down.

▀■ Warning- Do not use lens cap when projector is in

operation.

▀■ Warning- When the lamp is approaching to the end of

its life time, the message "Replacement suggested" will show on the screen. Please contact your local reseller or service center to change the lamp as soon as possible.

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Usage Notice

Do:

▀■ Turn o󰘯 and unplug the power plug from the AC outlet

before cleaning the product.

▀■ Use a soft dry cloth with mild detergent to clean the

display housing.

▀■ Disconnect the power plug from AC outlet if the product

is not being used for a long period of time.

Do not:

▀■ Block the slots and openings on the unit provided for

ventilation.

▀■ Use abrasive cleaners, waxes or solvents to clean the

unit.

▀■ Use under the following conditions:

- In extremely hot, cold or humid environments.

 Ensure that the ambient room temperature is

within 5 - 40°C

 Relative Humidity is 10 - 85% (Max.),

non-condensing

- In areas susceptible to excessive dust and dirt.

- Near any appliance generating a strong magnetic

󰘰eld.

- In direct sunlight.

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Keep this manual for future reference.

Usage Notice

Eye Safety Warnings

▀■ Avoid staring/facing directly into the projector beam at

all times. Keep your back to the beam as much as possible.

▀■ When projector is used in a classroom, adequately

supervise students when they are asked to point out something on the screen.

▀■ In order to minimize the lamp power, use room blinds

to reduce ambient light levels.

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Introduction

Package Overview

Unpack and inspect the box contents to ensure all parts listed below are in the box. If something is missing, please contact Optoma customer service.

Standard Accessories

Projector Power Cord 1.8m

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speci󰘰cation and

region.

Remote Control 2 x AAA Batteries

Optional Accessories

Carrying Case Lens Cap

HDMI

VGA Cable HDMI Cable

Documentation:

User's Manual

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Warranty Card

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Quick Start

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Guide

Product Overview

Main Unit

Introduction

1. IR Receiver

2. Tilt-Adjustment Feet

3. Function Keys

4. LED Indicators

5. Power Button

6. LENS SHIFT

7. Zoom

8. Focus

9. Lens

10. Connection Ports

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Introduction

Connection Ports

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1. Power Socket

2. 3D Sync Out (5V) connector

3. HDMI 2 Connector (v1.4a 3D supported)

4. HDMI 1 Connector (v1.4a 3D supported)

5. USB for 󰘰rmware upgrad

6. VGA-IN/YPbPr/

7. RS-232 Connector (9-pin)

8. Component Video Input Connector (YPbPr)

9. USB for Power (5V@1.5A)

10. Kensington Lock Port

11. Composite Video Input Connector

12. 12V OUT (12V, 500mA, 3.5mm mini jack)

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Remote Control

Introduction

1. Power On

2. DynamicBlack

3. PureEngine

4. Gamma

5. HDMI Link

6. Brightness

7. Contrast

8. Mode

Source / ◄

10. Menu

11. HDMI1

12. HDMI2

13. VGA

14. 4:3

15. 16:9

16. Power O󰘯

17. Color Temp

18. Color

19. Depth

20. 3D Format

21.

Keystone + / ▲

22.

Re-sync / ►

23. Enter

24.

Keystone - / ▼

25. YPbPr

26. Video

27. Native

28. LBX

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Installation

Connecting the Projector

Connect to Notebook

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VGA, DVI, HDMI

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1................................. DVI/HDMI Cable (Optional Accessory)

2........................................ HDMI Cable (Optional Accessory)

3................................. VGA Input Cable (Optional Accessory)

4........................................................................... Power Cord

5.......................................RS232 Cable (Optional Accessory)

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Connect to Video Sources

DVD player, Set−top Box

HDTV receiver

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12V OUT is a programmable trigger.

3D Adapter

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Video Output

1.................................... 3D Sync Cable (Optional Accessory)

2........................................ HDMI Cable (Optional Accessory)

3............SCART RGB/S-Video Adapter (Optional Accessory)

4......RCA Component Cable for YPbPr (Optional Accessory)

5........................... USB Power Charger (Optional Accessory)

6........................................................................... Power Cord

7...................... Composite Video Cable (Optional Accessory)

Installation

Powering On/O󰘯 the Projector

Powering On the Projector

1. Connect the power cord to the projector.

2. Turn On the connected devices.

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Turn on the

projector 󰘰rst and

then select the signal sources.

3. Ensure the Power LED is 󰘱ashing and then press the power button to turn On the projector.

The projector’s startup logo screen displays and connected devices are detected. If the connected device is a laptop, press the appropriate keys on the computer keyboard to switch the display output to the projector. (Check the user manual of the laptop to determine the appropriate Fn key combination to change display output.)

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4. If more than one input device is connected, press the “Source” button sequentially to switch between devices. For direct source selection, see page 19.

Installation

Powering O󰘯 the Projector

1. Press the " " button on the remote control or "POWER"

button on the panel of the projector to turn o󰘯 the projector.

First push of button will display the following message on the screen.

Press the button again to con󰘰rm the shut down. If the

button is not pressed, the message will disappear in 5 seconds.

2. The Power LED 󰘱ashes green (1 sec on, 1sec o󰘯) and the fans will speed up during shut down cooling cycle. The projector reaches stand-by mode as soon as the Power

LED 󰘱ashes green (2 sec on, 2 sec o󰘯).

If you wish to turn the projector back on, you must wait until the projector has completed the cooling cycle and has entered standby mode. Once in standby mode, simply press "POWER" button on the rear of the projector or " " on the remote control to restart the projector.

3. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and the projector only when the projector is in stand-by mode.

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Contact the nearest service center if the projector displays these symptoms. See page 82 for more information.

Warning Indicator

▀■ When the Lamp LED indicator lights red, the projector will

automatically shut itself down. Please contact your local reseller or service center. See page 54.

▀■ When the Temp LED is on a steady (not 󰘱ashing) red, the

projector will automatically shut itself down. Under normal conditions, the projector can be switched on again after it has cooled down. If the problem persists, you should contact your local dealer or our service center. See page 54.

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Adjusting the Projected Image

Adjusting the Projector’s Height

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• The projector

table or stand should be level and sturdy.

• Position the

projector so that it is perpendicular to the screen.

• For personal

safety, please secure the cables properly.

The projector is equipped with tilt-adjuster feet for adjusting the image height.

To adjust the angle of the picture, turn the tilt-adjuster right

or left until the desired angle has been achieved.

Adjusting the vertical image position

The Lens Shift function can be used to adjust the position of the vertically.

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Diagonal

length (inch)

size of 16:9

Screen

30 0.66 0.37 2.18 1.23 0.92 1.39 3.03 4.55 0.06 0.18 40 0.89 0.50 2.91 1.63 1.23 1.85 4.04 6.07 0.07 0.25 60 1.33 0.75 4.36 2.45 1.85 2.78 6.06 9.11 0.11 0.37

80 1.77 1.00 5.81 3.27 2.46 3.70 8.08 12.14 0.15 0.49 100 2.21 1.25 7.26 4.09 3.08 4.63 10.10 15.18 0.19 0.61 120 2.66 1.49 8.72 4.90 3.69 5.55 12.11 18.22 0.22 0.74 140 3.10 1.74 10.17 5.72 4.31 6.48 14.13 21.25 0.26 0.86 160 3.54 1.99 11.62 6.54 4.92 7.40 16.15 24.29 0.30 0.98 190 4.21 2.37 13.80 7.76 5.85 8.79 19.18 28.84 0.35 1.16 230 5.09 2.86 16.71 9.40 7.08 10.64 23.22 34.91 0.43 1.41 280 6.20 3.49 20.34 11.44 8.62 12.96 28.27 42.50 0.52 1.72 300 6.64 3.74 21.79 12.26 9.23 13.88 30.29 45.54 0.56 1.84

Screen Size W X H (16:9) Projection distance (D)

O󰘯set (A)

(m) (feet) (m) (feet)

Width Height Width Height wide tele wide tele (m) (feet)

User Controls

Remote Control

Using the Remote Control

Power On/O󰘯

PureEngine

Color

Temp

Gamma

DynamicBlack

CMS

Brightness

HDMI Link Enables and disables the HDMI link function.

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Depth

Contrast

Mode

3D Format

Keystone + / ▲

Source / ◄

Refer to the “Powering O󰘯 the Projector” on page 15.

Refer to the “Powering On the Projector” on page 14. The PureEngine is a collection of advanced image processing technologies that enhances the quality of the displayed image.

Refer to the “Color Temp.” on page 30.

Set up gamma curve type.

Enable the projector to automatically optimize the display of dark movie scenes enabling them to be shown in incredible detail. (refer to page 28) Select one of the colors (R/G/B/C/M/Y) to

adjust its x/y o󰘯set and brightness.

Adjust the brightness of the image.

Adjust the 3D depth (this function is only available when 2D->3D is enabled).

Control the degree of di󰘯erence between the

lightest and darkest parts of the picture. Select the display mode from Cinema, Reference, Vivid, Bright, Game, 3D, User, ISF Day and ISF Night. Manually select a 3D mode that matches your 3D content.

1. Adjust the image Keystone positively.

2. Navigates and changes settings in the OSD.

1. Press “Source” to search for source.

2. Navigates and changes settings in the OSD.

User Controls

Using the Remote Control

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Enter

Re-sync / ►

Keystone - /

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HDMI 1

HDMI 2

YPbPr Press “YPbPr” to choose YPbPr source.

VGA

Video

4:3 Scale the image at a 4:3 aspect ratio.

16:9 Scale the image at a 16:9 aspect ratio.

LBX

Native

Con󰘰rm your item selection.

1. Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input source.

2. Navigates and changes settings in the OSD.

1. Adjust the image Keystone negatively.

2. Navigates and changes settings in the OSD.

Press “Menu” to launch the on-screen display (OSD) menu. To exit OSD, press “Menu” again. Press “HDMI 1” to choose source from HDMI 1 connector. Press “HDMI 2” to choose source from HDMI 2 connector.

Press “VGA” to choose source from VGA- IN connector. Press “Video” to choose Composite video source.

Enable the viewing of the letterboxed nonanamorphically enhanced movie at full screen width. Part of the original image will be lost if the image aspect ratio is less than

2.35:1.

The input source will be displayed without scaling.

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User Controls

On-screen Display Menus

The Projector has multilingual On-screen Display menus that allow you to make image adjustments and change a variety of settings. The projector will automatically detect

the source.

How to operate

1. To open the OSD menu, press “Menu” on the Remote Control or Control Panel.

2. When OSD is displayed, use ▲ or ▼ keys to select any item in the main menu. While making a selection on a particular page, press ◄ or ► or “ENTER” key on the Remote Control or “Enter” on the Control Panel to enter sub menu.

3. Use ▲ or ▼ keys to select the desired item and adjust the settings by ◄ or ► key.

4. Select the next item to be adjusted in the sub menu and adjust as described above.

5. Press “ENTER” key on the Remote Control or “Enter” on

the Control Panel or “Menu” to con󰘰rm, and the screen will

return to the main menu.

6. To exit, press “Menu” again. The OSD menu will close and the projector will automatically save the new settings.

Main Menu

SettingSub Menu

User Controls

Menu Tree

Main Menu Sub Menu Settings

IMAGE Display

Mode

Brightness -50 ~ 50 Contrast -50 ~ 50

Color -50 ~ 50

Tint -50 ~ 50 Sharpness 0 ~ 15 Advanced Noise Reduction 0 ~ 15

Gamma Film / Video / Graphics / Standard BrilliantColor™ 1 ~ 10 PureEngine UltraDetail / PureColor /

DynamicBlack O󰘯 / On

Color Settings Color Temp. / Color Gamut /

Exit

DISPLAY Format 4:3 / 16:9 / LBX / Native

Edge Mask 0 ~ 5 Zoom 0~10 Image Shift H -100 ~ 100

V -100 ~ 100

V Keystone -30 ~ 30

3D 3D Mode DLP-Link / VESA 3D / O󰘯

3D Format Auto / SBS / Top and Bottom /

3D2D 2D3D 3D Sync Invert On / O󰘯 Exit

Cinema / Reference / Vivid / Bright / Game / 3D / User / ISF Day / ISF Night

PureMotion / PureEngine Demo / Exit

CMS / RGB Gain/Bias / Color Space / RGB Channel / Exit

4:3 / 16:9 / LBX / Auto235 / Auto235_Subtitle (When 12V set to Auto235)

Frame Sequential / 2D3D 3D / L / R Low / Mid / High

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User Controls

Main Menu Sub Menu Settings

SYSTEM Menu

Location Lamp

Settings

Projection

Keypad Lock

Test Pattern O󰘯 / Grid / White Background

Color 12V Trigger O󰘯 / On / Auto235 / Auto 3D Closed

Captioning

Lamp Hour Lamp Reminder On / O󰘯 Lamp Mode Bright / ECO Lamp Reset Yes / No Exit

On / O󰘯

Blue / Gray / Black

O󰘯 / CC1 / CC2

User Controls

Main Menu Sub Menu Settings

SETUP Language

Input Source HDMI1 / HDMI2 / Component /

VGA / Video

HDMI Link Settings

Source Lock On / O󰘯 High Altitude On / O󰘯 Information

Hide Signal Automatic On / O󰘯

Advanced Auto Power O󰘯

Reset Current Cancel / Yes

HDMI Link O󰘯 / On Inclusive TV Yes / No Power On Link

Power O󰘯 Link O󰘯 / On

Exit

Frequency (VGA)

Phase (VGA) -50 ~ 50 H. Position

(VGA) V. Position

(VGA) Exit White Level -50 ~ 50 Black Level -50 ~ 50 Saturation -50 ~ 50 Hue -50 ~ 50 IRE 0 IRE / 7.5 IRE Exit

(min.) Sleep Timer

(min.) Power Mode

(Standby) Exit

All Cancel / Yes

Mutual / PJDevice / DevicePJ

On / O󰘯

0 ~ 100

-50 ~ 50

0 ~ 180

0 ~ 990

Active / Eco

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User Controls

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• (#1) “Color” and “Tint” is only supported in for YUV video sources.

• (#2) When DynamicBlack is On, and Lamp Mode is set to Bright, the

Dynamic range is 100%~30%. When Lamp mode is on ECO Mode, the dynamic range is 80%~30%

• (#3) “3D” is only available when a compatible signal is supplied.

• O󰘯 in 3D Mode is only supported on non-HDMI 1.4a 3D timing.

User Controls

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“ISF Day” and “ISF Night” will not be shown when the ISF modes have not been calibrated.

Image

Display Mode

There are many factory presets optimized for various types of images.

Cinema: Setting for home theater.

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Reference: This mode is intended to reproduce, as

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close as possible, the image the way the movie director intended. Color, color temperature, brightness, contrast

and gamma settings are all con󰘰gured to standard

reference levels. Vivid: Provides a bright and vivid picture. The color

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saturation and brightness are well-balanced. Bright: Maximum brightness from PC input.

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Game: For game mode.

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3D: Recommended setting for 3D mode enabled. Any

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further adjustments by the user in 3D will be saved in this mode for further use.

User: User’s settings.

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ISF Day: Optimize the image with the ISF Day mode to

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be perfectly calibrated and high picture quality. ISF Night: Optimize the image with the ISF Night mode to

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be perfectly calibrated and high picture quality.

Brightness

Adjust the brightness of the image.

Press ◄ to darken image.

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Press ► to lighten the image.

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User Controls

Contrast

The contrast controls the degree of di󰘯erence between the

lightest and darkest parts of the picture.

Press ◄ to decrease the contrast.

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Press ► to increase the contrast.

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Color

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Adjusts a video image from black and white to full color saturation.

Press ◄ to decrease the amount of color in the image.

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Press ► to increase the amount of color in the image.

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Tint

Adjusts the color balance of red and green.

Press ◄ to increase the amount of green in the image.

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Press ► to increase the amount of red in the image.

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Sharpness

Adjusts the sharpness of the image.

Press ◄ to decrease the sharpness.

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Press ► to increase the sharpness.

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Advanced

Enter the Advanced menu. Select advanced display options such as Noise Reduction, Gamma, BrilliantColor™, PureEngine, DynamicBlack, Color Settings, and Exit. See page 27 for more information.

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